Provides a global and comprehensive guide to the literature of architecture and design, city planning, interior design, landscape architecture, and historic preservation. Coverage is from the early 1900's to the present with very limited access to full text articles.

GreenFILE offers well-researched information covering all aspects of human impact to the environment. Its collection of scholarly, government and general-interest titles includes content on global warming, green building, pollution, sustainable agriculture, renewable energy, recycling, and more. The database provides indexing and abstracts for more than 384,000 records, as well as Open Access full text for more than 4,700 records.

The library has access to the Michigan Sanborn® fire insurance maps, which date back to 1867 and provide a wealth of information, such as building outline, size and shape, construction materials, height, building use, windows and doors, street and sidewalk widths, boundaries, house numbers, and more. The plans often include information and shading for steel beams or reinforced walls, plus symbols for stables, garages, warehouses, etc.

This collection of more than 200 home-improvement focused titles covers such topics as architectural techniques, building design, tool and material selection, zoning requirements, and many more will meet the needs of hobbyists and professionals alike.